Public Affairs

Evans Family Media spoke with John Curtis regarding Uinta Railway, his priorities for his first 100 days in office, public land management, industry regulatory burden, and more. Interview aired on KVEL December 13, 2024.

Evans Family Media spoke with Jonathan Stearmer, attorney on the Uinta Railway legal team about the US Supreme Court hearing on December 10, 2024. Aired KVEL December 11, 2024.

Senator-elect, Curtis visited with Evans Family Media about his plans for his first 100 days in office and beyond. Specifically, he refers to the Uintah Basin and other energy hubs in the state as places he plans to continue the discussion of our energy future. Curtis explained that he sees permitting reform as a high priority as hyper regulation is holding up good projects in the Uintah Basin and around the state.

In June 2024, the US Supreme Court agreed to hear the case concerning the Uinta Railway project.  Despite securing the proper permits, environmental lawsuits led to the project’s halt.  The case now before the Supreme Court has significance not only for the citizens of the Uintah Basin but will likely affect infrastructure projects nationwide.  Uintah County Deputy Attorney Jon Stearmer has been on the forefront of this project and offers legal insights about this case.  

Water Treatment Manager for the Central Utah Water Conservancy District in Vernal, Brad Grammer discussed concerns over protection of our local water supply.

Nearly 90% of the drinking water in the greater Vernal area comes from Ashley Springs.  Will this new recreation facilty jeopordize the water supply?  Part 2 of the program aired on KVEL 9-6-24

Uintah County Public Information Officer, Travis Campbell discusses the Via Ferrata recreation facility in Uintah County

Nearly 90% of the drinking water in the greater Vernal area comes from Ashley Springs.  Will this new recreation facilty jeopordize the water supply?  Program aired on KVEL 9-5-24

Uintah County Economic Director and Public Information Officer discusses annual property valuation notices, property fraud, small business grants, and strategic planning.